Combined British-French Air Strike Strikes Daesh Munitions Store in the Syrian region

RAF Typhoon jets have conducted a mission with France's air force in a coordinated attack against an underground arms cache in Syria used by the Daesh militant organization, as stated by the UK Ministry of Defence.

The site, pinpointed through reconnaissance, was believed to be containing munitions and bombs, the release indicated, and was situated in mountains just above the historic site of Palmyra in the heart of Syria.

"The RAF jets utilized precision-guided Paveway IV munitions to strike a several approach shafts down to the facility... early reports are that the objective was successfully hit," the MoD said.

There was no indication of any harm to civilians in the attack late on Saturday and all the aircraft returned to base without incident, the defence officials confirmed.

The Typhoon FGR4s were supported by a Voyager refuelling tanker.

IS - also known as the so-called Islamic State - imposed jihadist rule over significant areas in both Syria and Iraq until 2019.

"This strike demonstrates British leadership, and resolve to stand shoulder to shoulder with our partners, to eradicate any revival of Daesh and their dangerous and violent ideologies in the area," UK Defence Secretary the minister remarked.

UK warplanes have conducted patrols over Syria to "prevent any attempted comeback" of Islamic State after its routing at the climactic battle in Baghuz in the year 2019, the authorities noted.

"I must thank every member of our armed forces who took part in this operation for their expertise and their bravery," the Defence Secretary said. "They were part of a great many British troops stationed over the festive period. This mission, to eliminate dangerous terrorists who endanger our security, demonstrates how UK forces are ready to step up, all year round, ensuring Britain's security within its borders and strong abroad."

During December, the United States armed forces executed what it termed a "major assault" against Daesh sites in the country, following an ambush killed two US troops and a civilian interpreter in Palmyra.

The United Nations estimates IS still maintains an estimated 5,000 to 7,000 fighters in both countries.